learning theories
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A talk about popular learning theories as well as a newcomer Connectivism. Didn't go very well. Too much of the wrong info :(TRANSCRIPT
Talking Points
EpistemologyLearning Theories
• Behaviorism• Cognitivism• Constructivism• Connectivism
Instructional TheoriesImplications for Language Instruction
Epistemology
What is the nature of knowledge?• Is it external or internal?• Is it ethereal or constructed?• Who owns knowledge?
Epistemology (2)
How is knowledge acquired?• How do we learn?
What can we know?• Is it possible to know anything? What the
“knowing” mean?
Learning Theories
What are learning theories?What are they good for?Popular theories of learning
• Behaviorism• Cognitivism• Constructivism• Connectivism
Behaviorism
How does learning occur?• Sensory impressions• Stimulus Response Consequence
How do we know that learning takes place?• Observable change in behavior
How does transfer occur?• Similar stimuli
Cognitivism
How does learning occur?• Connections are made between old and new
information in meaningful interactions.How do know that learning takes place?
• Synthesis of informationHow does transfer occur?
• Through exposure to similar contexts
Constructivism
How does learning occur?• Through interactions between the learner and
societyHow do know that learning takes place?
• Ability to perform in a situationHow does transfer occur?
• Through participation in similar situations
Connectivism
How does learning occur?• Interaction with and between your network
How do know that learning takes place?• Ability to utilize your network to solve a
problem.How does transfer occur?
• Through applying and modifying your network for the new situation
Instructional Theories
What is an instructional theory?Differences between learning and
instructional theoriesInfluence they have on one another
Instructional Theories (2)
How instruction should be designedFocus on “getting the job done”Strict approachesEclectic approaches
Language Learning Potential
Encourage autonomous learningExposure to authentic languageOpportunities for interactionSense of community
Language Learning Concerns
How much can we off-load?Is it culturally feasible?
Conclusion
Better roads?Big 3ConnectivismApplication
Good recent article on Connectivism
Thank you very much!
Any Questions?
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http://iucall.blogspot.com
Attributes
Grass pathDirt roadOld paved roadLong highway
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